Study of Evaluating the Feasibility of Banana Stem Fibers and Sugarcane Husk as a Sustainable Additive in Pervious Concrete for Urban Pavements

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 02 | Page : 33 39
    By

    Abhishek Surve,

  • Prasad Joshi,

  • Aniket Magare,

  • Sanket Bhagwat,

  • S.S. Ingle,

Abstract

This study explores the integration of eco-friendly materials: banana stem fibers and sugarcane husk, into pervious concrete to enhance its mechanical properties while maintaining high permeability. The research addresses environmental concerns related to agricultural waste disposal and the resource-intensive nature of traditional construction materials. Banana stem fibers, known for their tensile strength and durability, and sugarcane husk, rich in lignin and cellulose, were selected as reinforcements. The fibers were extracted, cleaned, and processed into uniform sizes, while the sugarcane husk was dried and processed into small particles. Various mix proportions incorporating different percentages of these materials were developed and compared against a control mix with no added fibers or husk. The experimental phase involved testing the mechanical and hydrological properties of the modified pervious concrete, including compressive strength, permeability, and
water absorption test using standard testing methods. Results indicated that the addition of banana stem fibers improved tensile and flexural strengths by 15–20%, enhancing resistance to cracking and bending. The effect BSF composition on the composites’ properties enhanced the study report. The sugarcane husk reduced the concrete’s density, contributing to its lightweight nature without compromising permeability. The modified concrete maintained a high infiltration rate, essential for effective stormwater management.

 

Keywords: Pervious concrete, eco-friendly materials, pervious pavement block, environmental sustainability, laboratory testing

[This article belongs to Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications ]

How to cite this article:
Abhishek Surve, Prasad Joshi, Aniket Magare, Sanket Bhagwat, S.S. Ingle. Study of Evaluating the Feasibility of Banana Stem Fibers and Sugarcane Husk as a Sustainable Additive in Pervious Concrete for Urban Pavements. Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications. 2025; 12(02):33-39.
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Abhishek Surve, Prasad Joshi, Aniket Magare, Sanket Bhagwat, S.S. Ingle. Study of Evaluating the Feasibility of Banana Stem Fibers and Sugarcane Husk as a Sustainable Additive in Pervious Concrete for Urban Pavements. Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications. 2025; 12(02):33-39. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/ttea/article=2025/view=232848


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Regular Issue Subscription Original Research
Volume 12
Issue 02
Received 01/03/2025
Accepted 30/04/2025
Published 03/05/2025
Publication Time 63 Days
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